Machine Operator

Pertemps · Tile Cross, West Midlands

Machine Operator at Pertemps, based in Tile Cross, West Midlands, paying £16.50 per hour. This is a contract role.

Salary
£16.50 per hour
Location
Tile Cross, West Midlands
Contract
Contract
Posted
2 hours ago
Closes
17 Oct 2026
Sector
Machine Operator

5% below the typical rate for machine operator

Reference 038109654

About the role

Machine Operator / Fabrication Operative
B33, Birmingham
Up to £16.50 per hour
Monday to Friday | 14:00 – 20:00
Short-Term Contract – Until Christmas

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Machine Operator / Fabrication Operative to join a busy manufacturing operation based in B33, Birmingham.

This is a great opportunity for someone with a strong technical background who is confident working with machinery and is looking for a short-term opportunity through to Christmas.

The Role
Working as part of the manufacturing operation, you will be responsible for operating machinery, supporting production and ensuring work is completed safely and to the required quality standards.

Your duties will include:
  • Working within a Robot Cell and supporting automated production processes.
    • Operating a band saw safely and efficiently.
    • Supporting the Machine Operator with day-to-day production requirements.
    • Working with metal components and fabrication processes.
    • Ensuring machinery and equipment are operated correctly.
    • Carrying out quality checks on finished and in-process work.
    • Following Health & Safety procedures and maintaining a safe working environment.
    • Keeping the work area clean, organised and efficient.
    • Supporting colleagues and supervisors where required.
    • Tack welding experience would be advantageous but is not essential.
About You
We are looking for someone who is mature, reliable and technically capable, with the confidence to work independently and support the wider production team.

You should ideally have:
  • Previous experience as a Machine Operator, Fabricator, Production Operative or similar.
    • Experience working within a manufacturing or metal fabrication environment.
    • Experience operating a band saw.
    • Previous experience working with or around robotic machinery / robot cells.
    • A good understanding of Health & Safety within a manufacturing environment.
    • The ability to follow technical instructions and production requirements.
    • A responsible and dependable approach to work.
    • Tack welding / MIG welding experience would be an advantage, but is not essential.
What We Offer
  • Up to £16.50 per hour
    • 14:00 – 20:00 shift
    • Monday to Friday
    • Short-term contract until Christmas
    • Opportunity to work within a busy manufacturing environment
    • Immediate start available for the right candidate
If you have strong machine operating or fabrication experience and are looking for a technically focused role with excellent hourly pay, apply today.

Reference: 038109654 · Posted 2 hours ago · Closes 17 Oct 2026 · Listed via Pertemps

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